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This guest article has some interesting background on organic cotton.  It doesn’t mention that conventional cotton is grown with huge amounts of chemicals, which then remain in the soil. A few years ago, I thought of doing an organic cotton clothing website, but I couldn’t find enough sites to link to on the internet. Here’s one good place for organic cotton t-shirts:

Many of their designs have an organic option. — I buy organic cotton when I can. –  Zana

Organic Cotton – Leading a Return to the Simple Life

By Randy Pope

In the 1961 movie, “The Graduate”, a young Dustin Hoffman asks his college professor, upon graduating from college, “What do I do now?” To which the professor whispers, “plastics”. At the same time that the revolution against modest clothing captured the minds of America’s youth America began its love affair with synthetics. Now nearly one decade into the 21st century some of the aspects of the simple life are experiencing a come back.

A leading indicator of this return to simple living is the organic cotton industry. In 2008 the number of acres of organic cotton planted in America grew by 9% over 2007, the harvest rose in 2007 over 2006 by 73%, and 2006 statistics indicate that sales of organic fibers and linens grew by 26% in America, according to the Organic Trade Association.

The phrase from simpler times, “cotton, the fabric of your life” describes why a review of organic cotton is apropos of simple living. Until the 18th century all cotton was organic and exemplified the simple life. Cotton processing from ground to garment was completed by hand. American ingenuity changed all of that with the invention of the water-powered spinning machine and the cotton gin. The cotton gin, especially, allowed cotton production to increase 50 times over hand processing.

Today most cotton farms use the latest equipment in their production process, however there is a return to simple living on some farms that are growing cotton organically as they harvest by hand once again. All organic growers have retreated from the practice of using chemicals to control pests and weeds. These farmers use insect predators, traps, or botanical pesticides, that are broken down naturally to control pests and weeds, unmistakable evidence of the simple life.

Many consumers who are embracing simple living have turned to organic cotton as is illustrated by the growth figures in the industry listed above. Some consumers say it is softer and less irritating to the skin, which is of special interest to those prone to skin problems. Others, who suffer from allergies enjoy the benefits of its hypoallergenic properties. Still others who are sensitive to chemicals benefit from the fact that no chemicals are used in processing organic cotton.

Finally, the aesthetic characteristics of organic cotton appeals to those captivated by simple living because of its symbolism and beauty. It symbolizes a simpler time when America was not obsessed with looking like Hollywood starlets; a simpler time when neighborhood and family took precedence over New York and Paris fashion. Its natural beauty is flattering to the simple life. Rather than fade its natural brown color darkens slightly for the first few washings. Since it does not lose its natural wax it has a particular smoothness and weight that enhances the way a garment hangs and the way that it radiates sunlight.

Look to organics for a truly beautiful fabric.

Randy Pope is the founder of Modest Clothing Distributors, which is a distributor of quality Modest Clothing for women and girls. Clothing that is difficult to find in your common department stores. We wish to make modest clothing more available in the mainstream marketplace. we wish to affect the culture with the beauty of modesty. We are partnered with suppliers from diverse backgrounds and a variety of price points in order to provide clothing that highlights true femininity, to meet your needs.

Our success will affect culture for the good. As you purchase modest clothing for yourself and your girls the culture around you will begin to notice the beauty of modesty. You now have a place where you can refer your friends for their wardrobe needs.

We are a family owned and operated business. We are very appreciative of your business. It is through your satisfaction with the products that we make available that we can accomplish our mission of transforming society. The idea for Modest Clothing Distributors was inspired by listening to our friends’ concerns about the lack of modest apparel in the stores. You can find this destination at http://www.modestclothingdistributors.com

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